Is tripe soup Greek or Turkish? A culinary dispute heats up

WorldFood
16 Apr 2026 • 10:07 PM MYT
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Is tripe soup Greek or Turkish? A culinary dispute heats up

Greece and Turkey are clashing over who can claim tripe soup as their own. Known as “patsa” in Greece and “iskembe” in Turkey, the centuries-old recipe is a staple in both countries - and a popular hangover cure.